A major escalation is unfolding in the United Arab Emirates after missile and drone strikes hit key infrastructure, triggering a massive fire at the Fujairah Petroleum Industries Zone. Authorities say air defenses intercepted multiple ballistic and cruise missiles along with drones, but a strike still ignited a blaze at the vital oil hub. Three Indian nationals were injured in the incident sparking a furious reaction from the Indian MEA. Iran has denied responsibility, blaming the United States for the incident and warning of “asymmetric operations” in regional waters.

Strait of Hormuz tensions have reached a dangerous new peak after Donald Trump claimed US forces destroyed multiple Iranian “fast boats” during a high-stakes naval confrontation. The US Navy says Iranian forces used missiles, drones, and small boats to target both military and commercial vessels, prompting retaliation. However, Iran has strongly denied the claims, insisting no boats were destroyed and that only “warning shots” were fired. As part of “Project Freedom,” the US is now escorting ships through the critical oil route—while Iran warns that any unauthorized transit will face force.